The Geico Offshore Powerboat Races will be returning to the shores of Ocean City once again this summer, bringing with it big crowds, fast boats, and an exciting weekend of racing.
The event will move into town on Friday, May 30 as the powerboats set up shop in the West Ocean City. The event kicks off on Saturday, May 31, when the boats will be on display at Sunset Marina. For no charge, spectators will get the chance to view wet and dry pits. Crews will also be on hand, giving spectators a chance to speak with the men behind the scenes.
Sunday will be the official race day with two races, the first one at 12:30 p.m. and the second at 2 p.m., right off the shores of the resort beaches. The racecourse extends from 4th Street to 42nd Street, close enough for beachgoers to view, but far enough for the safety of swimmers. Spectators can watch from just about anywhere along that stretch of beach, but Geico, along with the public address system, will be anchored at the Commander Hotel on 14th Street, where most of the on land action will occur.
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3 comments:
The dates are incorrect: Today is the 29th.
sorry about that, got my info from something already posted. will change. thanks.
The actual races are on June 1st at 12 and 2 between 4th and 40th street. If you would like to see the boats while they are on land visit Sunset Marina in West OC on Friday or Saturday... some are actually set up now, including team Geico which is really neat to see.
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